Aaron K. Heltsmith

Background

About Aaron K. Heltsmith

I am a Talent Management Leader with expertise in recruiting and managing the best talent in creative agencies and professional service firms domestically and globally. I have a proven record of leading Recruiting teams, DEI, cultivating top talent, Employment Branding, Resource Management, Workforce Planning, and optimizing recruiting technology for diverse talent in boutique to global environments. I thrive in situations that require transformational talent strategy and optimization and have a passion for DEI and creating an ideal and objective candidate experience. I have implemented new systems to enhance talent acquisition, managed global teams, and negotiated contracts to dramatically minimize hiring costs and reduce time to fill. My strengths lie in my ability to lead teams and service internal and external clients, optimize the performance of a recruiting team and forge strong relationships to meet the needs of the business. As an early adopter of new technologies including AI, social media networking, and talent-sourcing tricks, I am committed to innovating recruiting to stay ahead of the curve and serve as an efficient and effective business partner. The right blend of technology and data with human-centric EQ creates an ideal Talent Management experience. Specialties: Talent Acquisition/Recruiting Leadership, Resource Management, ATS Systems, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI), Employment Branding, Vendor Management, and data-driven decision making. Knowledge of employment law in the United States, Canada, and Mexico, and an overview of Europe, South America, and Asia. Applicant Tracking Systems (Greenhouse, Kenexa Brassring, iCIMS, Taleo, Avature, Jobvite, HR Smart)